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Far from being just an interest for environmentalists, the need to tackle climate change and deforestation has also become a hot topic among investors. Those looking at alternative investment vehicles are increasingly viewing forestry and timberland as a money-making option, with research suggesting that both the value and volume of

A structured product, specifically designed for the needs of retired people, has been launched by Investec Structured Products in response to the changing demands of the market. Financial products for people in their retirement have been operating in a notably different market since the pension freedoms were unveiled in April

The first six months 0f 2015 have been remarkably strong for Asian hedge fund start-ups, according to data from AsiaHedge survey. The analysis, reported by Reuters, found that Asian hedge fund start-ups raised a record $5.3 billion in the first half of the year, twice as much as was raised

There’s no escaping it, the headlines haven’t looked good for commodities for a number of years. But maybe the key with this alternative asset is to take a step back and look at things from a different perspective – a much much longer perspective. Current analysis of commodities has a

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To illustrate the current state of alternative assets around the globe including hedge funds, real estate, managed futures, commodities, forestry, venture capital, impact investment, private equity, structured financial products and derivatives contracts. We also analyse and provide news on the global performance of alternative investments.

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1. Market volatility will highlight the advantages of alternative investments. Portfolio diversification strategies will be favoured as a way to mitigate effects of market disturbances

2. Technology continues to disrupt the alternative investment industry as with financial services sector as a whole. Fund managers will adopt and integrate technology platforms. This will be good for the alternative asset industry as fund managers will be more efficient and have more time to spend with investors. Technology will bring greater transparency.